Lopez Speaking: An Autobiography Of The American Band Leader (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258031220)

Lopez Speaking: An Autobiography Of The American Band Leader is a memoir written by Vincent Lopez, a renowned American band leader. In this book, Lopez gives readers an intimate look into his life and career, from his humble beginnings in Brooklyn, New York, to his rise to fame as one of the most popular bandleaders of the 1920s and 1930s.Throughout the book, Lopez shares stories of his early years, including his childhood in a large Italian-American family, his first experiences playing music, and his early gigs in local clubs and dance halls. He also discusses his time in the army during World War I, where he played in a military band and developed his skills as a bandleader.As Lopez's career takes off, he describes the challenges and triumphs of leading a successful band, including the ups and downs of touring, the pressures of recording, and the constant search for new material and talent. He also shares anecdotes about some of the famous musicians and celebrities he worked with, including Bing Crosby, Rudy Vallee, and Mae West.Throughout the book, Lopez's passion for music and his commitment to his craft shine through. He shares his insights into the art of bandleading, discussing the importance of rhythm, melody, and improvisation, and the role of the bandleader in creating a cohesive sound.Lopez Speaking: An Autobiography Of The American Band Leader is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of American music, and a must-read for fans of big band and swing music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Vincent Lopez
ISBN-10: 1258031221
ISBN-13: 9781258031220
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 366
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d